Cookies Policy

About cookies and similar technologies

Cookies are small text files that a website may place on your computer, mobile device, tablet or another device when you visit. They allow the website to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit. Cookies can help a website operate correctly, improve performance, remember preferences and provide information about how visitors use its pages.

Drake Casino may also use technologies that perform similar functions, including pixels, tags, software development kits, local storage and related tracking tools. In this policy, we refer to cookies and these similar technologies together as cookies unless a distinction is necessary.

Some cookies are placed directly by Drake Casino. Other cookies may be placed by service providers that support website hosting, security, analytics, communications, advertising or other online services. These providers may process information collected through their technologies in accordance with their own privacy notices and applicable requirements.

Cookies do not usually contain information that directly identifies you by name. However, information associated with a cookie may be combined with other information that we hold about your device, account or use of the website. Where applicable, we handle this information in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Australian privacy requirements.

You can usually control cookies through your browser settings and, where available, through our cookie preference tools. Disabling some cookies may affect the availability, security or functionality of parts of the website.

Types of cookies we may use

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are needed for core website functions. They may help with account access, session management, navigation, security, fraud prevention, load balancing and the operation of forms or other essential features. Without these cookies, parts of the website may not work as intended. Because they support essential services, they may not always be able to be switched off through a preference tool.

Functional or preference cookies

Functional cookies help remember choices that you make, such as language, region, display or other settings. They can make future visits more convenient and help the website provide a more consistent experience. If you reject or delete these cookies, some preferences may not be remembered and you may need to enter them again.

Performance and analytics cookies

These cookies may collect information about how visitors use the website, such as which pages are viewed, how visitors move between pages, whether pages load correctly and whether an error occurs. The information is generally used in an aggregated or otherwise managed form to measure performance, identify technical issues, understand general usage and improve the website.

Security, verification and compliance cookies

Some technologies may help us protect the website, verify activity, identify unusual or potentially harmful behaviour, maintain the integrity of services and support legal or regulatory obligations. These technologies may be used alongside other information and controls to help prevent misuse, unauthorised access, fraud and other security risks.

Advertising and marketing cookies

Where used and permitted, these cookies may help measure campaigns, understand interactions with marketing content and display information that may be more relevant to your interests. They may also help limit repeated advertisements and assess the effectiveness of promotional activity. Marketing cookies may be placed by Drake Casino or by selected third parties acting on our behalf or providing independent services.

The availability and use of each category may change as the website, its features and our service providers change. A cookie preference tool may provide more information about the specific technologies in use at the time you access the website.

How cookies support our website and services

Cookies may be used to keep you signed in during an active session, remember a page or setting, maintain the contents of an online form, support secure areas and help us identify whether a request has come from a legitimate website visitor. They may also help us understand technical performance across different devices and browsers.

Information collected through cookies may include an internet protocol address, browser type, device type, operating system, approximate location derived from technical information, referring pages, pages viewed, interactions with features, visit times and general usage events. The information collected will depend on the technology, your settings and the way you use the website.

We may use cookie information to maintain website functionality, improve navigation, monitor reliability, investigate suspected misuse, protect accounts and services, support responsible operation of gambling-related features, and understand the effectiveness of content or communications. Cookie information may be reviewed with other records where reasonably necessary for these purposes.

Third-party services may use cookies or similar technologies when they provide functionality on our website. Examples may include security tools, analytics services, video or content features, customer support functions, payment-related processes or marketing measurement tools. The presence of a third-party service does not mean that we control its privacy practices. You should review the relevant third party's information where appropriate.

Cookies may be session cookies or persistent cookies. Session cookies normally expire when you close your browser or when a session ends. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. The time a cookie remains active depends on its purpose, configuration and the service that places it.

Your choices and managing cookies

When you first visit the website, you may be shown a cookie notice or preference tool. Depending on the applicable requirements and the type of cookie, you may be able to accept, reject or adjust optional categories. Your choices may be stored in a preference cookie so that the notice does not need to be shown repeatedly.

You can also manage cookies through your browser. Most browsers allow you to view stored cookies, delete existing cookies, block cookies from specific websites, block third-party cookies or receive a warning before a cookie is stored. Browser controls differ, so you should refer to the help or settings information for your particular browser and device.

If you use more than one browser or device, you may need to set your preferences separately on each one. Deleting cookies may remove saved preferences, close active sessions and affect website functionality. Blocking all cookies may prevent some pages, account features, security measures or other services from operating properly.

Some third-party providers may offer their own tools for managing analytics, advertising or similar technologies. These tools are controlled by the relevant provider and may not prevent all data collection. Your browser may also provide controls for device identifiers, local storage and other technologies that are not traditional cookies.

Changing your cookie settings does not necessarily delete information that was collected before the change. It may also not remove information held in account records, security logs or other systems where that information is used for a separate lawful purpose. You can learn more about the handling of personal information, retention and your rights by reading the Privacy Policy.

Responsible use of the website

Cookies may support the operation and security of an online gambling website, but they do not replace your responsibility to use the services carefully. Keep your account information secure, use only your own account and follow the applicable terms, age requirements and responsible gambling information. If gambling is no longer enjoyable or is causing concern, consider using the available account controls and seeking independent support.

Updates, questions and further information

We may update this Cookies Policy when our website, technologies, service providers, legal obligations or business practices change. The updated version will be made available on this page and will apply from the date stated in the updated policy, where a date is provided. You should review this page from time to time to remain informed about how cookies are used.

If a material change affects how optional cookies are used, we may provide additional notice or request updated preferences where this is required or appropriate. Your continued use of the website after an update may be subject to the updated policy, but your available choices will continue to depend on the applicable law and the type of technology involved.

For more information about how Drake Casino collects, uses, stores and discloses personal information, please read the Privacy Policy. If you have a question about this Cookies Policy or your cookie preferences, use the contact or support channel made available through the website. Do not include passwords, payment details or other sensitive information unless it is specifically requested through a secure process.

This Cookies Policy is intended to provide clear general information about cookies used in connection with the website. It does not change any applicable terms governing your use of Drake Casino services, and it does not limit any rights or obligations that cannot be excluded under Australian law.